Unlocking the Value of R&D with Smart Tax Solutions
A Guide for Life Sciences Startups and Scale-Ups
Tax incentives can play a big role in how life sciences companies fund innovation. Whether you're looking at R&D tax credits for the first time, managing grant funding, or planning ahead for growth, getting the details right can make a real difference.
In this series, we look at how life sciences businesses, both those at early-stage or scaling fast, can make the most of available tax reliefs. We cover practical topics like how to structure R&D claims, combine grants and tax credits, get ready for the new R&D Intensive Scheme, and take advantage of the Patent Box.
Each article offers actionable insights and advice from our tax experts, helping you:
- Know what qualifies as R&D.
- Avoid common mistakes when combining grants and credits.
- Make your funding last longer through smart planning.
- Set your business up for long-term tax efficiency.
If your company is investing in science and technology, R&D tax reliefs can be a powerful tool. When used effectively, they can boost growth, manage risk, and free up cash to reinvest now for tomorrow.
Explore the series to learn more—and get in touch to see how we can help your business grow through innovation.
Unlocking the Value of R&D with Smart Tax Solutions
"In today’s tight fundraising environment, non-diluted funding is more valuable than ever. The R&D Intensive Scheme rewards startups doing tricky, risky, transformative work and it’s this activity that defines the UK’s innovation ecosystem."
View insights in this series
Unlocking Innovation for Life Sciences Startups
Kanika Mishra Pathak
How to Combine Grants & R&D Tax Credits Without Losing Out
Jay Desai
Extending Your Funding Runway with R&D Credits
Jay Desai
Navigating the New R&D Intensive Scheme: What Highly Innovative Startups Need to Know
Jay Desai
Patent Box: The Long-Term Tax Advantage for IP-Driven Startups
Kanika Mishra Pathak
Ensuring You Capture the Full Potential of R&D Tax Credits
Jay Desai
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Why MHA?
MHA’s R&D Tax Incentives team blends expertise in various technical disciplines with real industry experience. We understand your business and tailor our approach—whether you’re a start-up, scale-up, industry leader, or specialist consultancy. Our people-first ethos ensures expert advice with a personal touch. Our Research and Development team can support you with outsourced claim preparation, real-time risk mitigation, and Patent Box advisory.
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